10 Baby Care Skills Every New Parent Should Learn

As much as a newborn brings joy, it brings an equal amount of responsibility as well. New parents usually go through a bumpy ride when taking care of a baby, which involves issues like lack of sleep, soothing the baby, and feeding. Take, for example, changing diapers. It’s not the most complicated thing in the world: you wanna remove the soiled diaper and put a fresh clean one in its place. But there are some important things to remember.

Or maybe you think that taking a baby out of the tub is so easy? But a baby’s skin is super soft, and it can get really slippery after a bath. That’s why it’s extremely important that you be extra careful while doing that. So be ready for drastic changes in your lifestyle and remember that the first giggle of your little one makes the struggles you go through worth it. Here's a list of things that can be beneficial for new parents

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TIMESTAMPS:
Getting the baby to sleep 0:31
Getting yourself to sleep! 1:18
Wrapping your baby up 1:54
Holding a baby properly 3:02
Keeping an eye on the umbilical cord 3:31
Taking a slippery baby out of the tub 4:01
Changing diapers 4:41
Feeding 5:43
Baby massages 6:42
Bonding 7:12

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SUMMARY:
- Try to keep the room lit up during the day and dim the lights at night. This will help your little one understand the difference between daytime and night.
- Synching your sleep cycle with your baby’s will help you get enough rest so that you’re fresh and full of energy when you’re awake.
- Swaddling is actually really important because it makes the baby feel safe and secure. That way, they’ll feel more relaxed and will fall asleep quicker.
- When holding a baby, you must make sure that their neck is supported. You can do that by either cradling the baby in your arms or keeping one of your hands under their head. This is because a newborn’s neck muscles are too weak to hold the head up, so you kinda have to help them out with that!
- The most important thing to remember about the clamped umbilical cord (or stump) is that it should always be clean and dry. So, until the cord shrivels up and falls off, which might take two weeks or so, the baby should only be given sponge baths.
- Babies don’t need baths every single day. Otherwise, their silky soft skin can get dried out and irritated. Most doctors recommend doing it about 3 times a week until your little tyke starts moving more on their own.
- You should also be careful with the umbilical cord stump when changing diapers. Make sure the diaper doesn’t go up past the umbilical cord if it hasn’t fallen off yet. Some diapers for newborns have a cutout around the belly-button area to avoid irritation.
- Don’t assume that baby bottles always need to be warmed up like you see in the movies. And if you do decide to serve it warm, never use a microwave – it can create hotspots that you might not catch while testing it on your wrist.
- Who doesn’t like a good massage? All you have to do is lay your baby on a towel that’s placed on a comfortable surface like a bed. Always massage using a vegetable-based oil.
- Bonding will be different for everyone, but the goal is the same: to establish a strong connection between the baby and its parents. This process should start as soon as the baby’s born. All it takes in the beginning is gentle skin-to-skin touch.

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[BRIGHTSIDEOFFICIAL]

Hey there, BrightSiders! Which age is the right one to have the first baby, in your opinion?

[kerawilson]

I’m 19 and I pregnant and it was a accident with no money but I promised my self and my baby we are going to live a great life I’m gonna finish college get a better job and care for my baby the best way possible

[aRSon]

I’m 33 and about 3 weeks away from becoming a father to a baby boy. The nerves about looming baby care are starting to peak and I’m devouring every baby video on you tube. This is about the 100th one I’ve watched today. Wish me luck everyone!!😊

[Laura-wlmi]

1.The sleepless nights won't last forever.

2.Enjoy every moment because they dont stay little for very long.

3. If you need help ask for it. Parenting can be overwhelming and you shouldn't be afraid to ask for a few minutes to catch your breath.

4. You're going to scew up inevitably and that's okay, there is no perfect parent.

5. Take lots of pictures

6. You'll get plenty of advice (solicited as well as unsolicited) people mean well but ultimately you'll have to trust your instincts in knowing what's best for your little one(s). You dont have to agree with all of it, just say thank you and move on.

7. No matter how much you read or think you know you'll always learn something new because every baby is different

Best of luck with your little one(s) !

🐻 Mom of 4 & still learning 💜💙💜💙

[nancy]

When bathing your newborn baby, wash its face, neck, ears, and hair before you put it in the tub. This keeps any germs from the diaper area from gaining access to openings where they don't belong.

[jessehill]

I slept when the baby slept. I got more sleep, I was less tired. Sometimes that meant I did laundry at 2 am and I was okay with that because I was well rested because I had slept earlier in the day with my son. I was happy and well rested and so was the baby and my house was clean.

[momolee]

I found out I'm pregnant yesterday on Christmas Eve! Merry Christmas!🎄

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TIMESTAMPS:
Getting the baby to sleep 0:31
Getting yourself to sleep! 1:18
Wrapping your baby up 1:54
Holding a baby properly 3:02
Keeping an eye on the umbilical cord 3:31

Taking a slippery baby out of the tub 4:01
Changing diapers 4:41
Feeding 5:43
Baby massages 6:42
Bonding 7:12

[sarahf]

“Sleep when the baby sleeps” 😂😂😂
might work in a perfect world with no other responsibilities.

[cosmicgiggler]

I love that the first point they made was the lighting issue and their sleeping habits. I’ve seen a lot of vlog type families complaining late at night about how their babies won’t sleep well- as they sit in a completely lit room as if it isn’t the middle of the night O__o
I dunno. A baby and their sleep can keep a new mother sane. And it’s more simple than some think. My tip is to completely darken the room when your baby is sleeping. I don’t care if your friends or family look at you like you’re crazy for turning your sweet baby room into a dark dungeon every time they sleep- it helps more than you’d think. I’ve had multiple newborns sleeping like freaking champs because of my baby sleep whispering skills.
Kinda went on a baby sleeping rant but it’s truly what made the newborn phase with my daughter worth while, everyone sleeping good. Get a little bit of white noise going so you can wake up in the morning without waking them up too, and be sure that the light doesn’t seep into the room until they’re awake! These couple simple steps will change your sleep life with your baby.

[yang]

my baby boy just turned 19 weeks in my tummy ❤️ excited for him! thanks for this video 😊

[TheSocagirl]

This was really helpful and informative for me. Currently 26w pregnant and I feel like I have no idea on how to take care of my baby, but I'm learning alot everyday to help prepare me for my precious girl.

[alsyfr]

I'm not a new parent but I'm a sister to a newborn twin baby in out family.. I watched this video to adapt how can I took care of my siblings (to help my mom) and I found lots fact and knowledge regarded in taking care the twins

[MamaDramaPod]

This video is everything because sometimes people don’t tell us everything or a mom could not have anyone to ask. Thanks for making this ❤️

[amchloee]

I like how this video emphasizes the importance of folding the diaper to avoid infecting the cord, its very important. Like we have to really educate the mothers. Maybe you can add the importance of burping to avoid spitting out or aspirations among babies. Anyhow this is a good video!

[sarahbegona]

Thank you for this wonderful information. Motherhood is indeed a tough job but it's the most priceless moment of learning at the same time enjoying and loving the perks of being a MOTHER😊

[areader]

1st father's day for me, he is almost 6 months old now, all these are good tips...
my favorite thing to do is make my baby laugh, whether it be a tickle, a kiss, or saying funny words with or without a funny face...seeing him laugh makes me so happy.

[ccstar]

im almost 8 months pregnant right now with my first child, so I appreciate any tips I can get.

[Anagonzalez-cnvl]

My baby can literally come any day now so I’m filling my self with as much information as possible

[pearly-greaty]

You are my hero today. I've learnt so much by watching attentively. I'd have my twins soon.